1. Safety Instructions

“WARNING” “ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI- ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.”

“CAUTION” “ TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equi- lateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the lit-

erature accompanying the appliance. Safety Instructions

1.Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2.Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance in the operating instructions should be adhered to .

4.Follow Instructions - All operating and user instructions should be followed.

5.Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

6.Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force

and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Wall or ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recom- mended by the manufacturer.

8.Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or, placed in a built - in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. Place the CA4.4pi in a well-ventilated location, leaving at least 2 inches (5cm) of clearance on all sides, top and rear of unit for air flow. If ventilation is blocked, the CA4.4pi may overheat and malfunction.

9.Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances ( includ- ing amplifiers ) that produce heat.

10.Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11.Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated .

12.Power - Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13.Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

14.Non-use Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

15.Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through the openings.

16.Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A.The power - supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or

B.Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appli- ance; or

C.The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

D.The appliance does not appear to operate normally; or

E.The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure is damaged.

17.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servic- ing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

Precautions

1.Power – WARNING - BEFORE TURNING ON THE POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME , READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. All CA4.4pi models are designed for use with either 110 VAC 50-60 Hz. or 240 VAC 50-60 Hz. A voltage selection switch is located on the rear of the CA4.4pi above the power receptacle. The voltage selection switch will come set to the 110 VAC position. If you are in an area which has a 220 VAC or 240 VAC supply, move the voltage selection switch to the 240 VAC position.

2.Do Not Touch The CA4.4pi With Wet Hands. Do not handle the CA4.4pi or power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the CA4.4pi cabinet, take the CA4.4pi to quali- fied service personal for inspection.

3.Location of the CA4.4pi - Do not expose the CA4.4pi to direct sun light or heating units as the CA4.4pi internal components temperature may rise and shorten the life of the components. Avoid damp and dusty places .

4.Care – From time to time you should wipe off the front and side pan- els and the cabinet with a soft cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since this may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

Contents

 

1.

Safety Instructions

. . 2

2.

Introduction

. . 3

3.

Possible System Configurations

. . 3

4. Unpacking and Warranty Card

. . 3

5.

Getting Started

. . 3

6. Basic Planning and Layout Considerations

. . 4

7. Back Panel Connections

. . 4

 

7.1 Source Input Connections

. . 4

 

7.2 Speaker Connections

. . 4

 

7.3 Zone Pre-Amp Outputs

. . 5

 

7.4 12-Volt Trigger Output

. . 5

 

7.5 Mute Input

. . 5

 

7.6 Connecting The Infra-red Components

5-6

 

7.7 Connecting the IR Link

. . 6

 

7.8 Keypad Connections

. . 6

8.

Keypad Installation

. . 6

 

8.1 Installing the KP Keypads

. . 6

 

8.2 Installing the LRN Keypads

. . 7

9.

Speaker Installation

. . 7

10. Operation

. . 7

11. Technical Information:

. . 8

12. Warranty

. 8

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CA4.4pi, 4-Zone specifications

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